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Age
Director Since
Principal Occupation
Qualifications
Committees
Other Boards
Age: 64
Director Since: 2003
Principal Occupation: President, Kimberly Casiano & Associates,
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Other Boards:
Mutual of America
Age: 34
Director Since: 2021
Principal Occupation: Director of Global Brand Merchandising,
Ford Motor Company
Other Boards:
Age: 59
Director Since: 2020
Principal Occupation: President and Chief Executive Officer,
Ford Motor Company
Committees:
Other Boards:
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Age: 41
Director Since: 2021
Principal Occupation: Former Director of Investor Relations,
Ford Motor Company
Other Boards:
Age: 64
Director Since: 1988
Principal Occupation: Executive Chair and Chair of the
Board of Directors, Ford Motor Company
Other Boards:
Age: 63
Director Since: 2011
Principal Occupation: General Partner, Greylock Partners
Other Boards:
Vornado Realty Trust
Age: 62
Director Since: 2020
Principal Occupation: Vice Chair, Policy, Ford Motor Company
Committees:
Other Boards:
Chevron Corporation
Age: 65
Director Since: 2015
Principal Occupation: Co-Founding Partner, Astra Capital Management
Other Boards:
AT&T Inc.
MetLife, Inc.
Age: 53
Director Since: 2021
Principal Occupation: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
Deere & Company
Other Boards:
Deere & Company
Age: 67
Director Since: 2019
Principal Occupation: Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
KeyCorp
Other Boards:
AT&T Inc.
Accenture plc
Age: 54
Director Since: 2017
Principal Occupation: Former Executive Vice President & Chief
Marketing Officer, Salesforce
Other Boards:
Booking Holdings Inc.
Dell Technologies
Age: 68
Director Since: 1996
Principal Occupation: Executive Chairman, Barrick Gold Corporation
Other Boards:
Barrick Gold Corporation
AltC Acquisition Corp.
Age: 66
Director Since: 2017
Principal Occupation: Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
KPMG, LLP and retired Chairman of KPMG
International
Other Boards:
Zanite Acquisition Corp.
Age: 65
Director Since: 2016
Principal Occupation: Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of
the Board of Directors, Evercore Inc.
Other Boards:
Evercore Inc.
* Lynn Vojvodich Radakovich will replace Anthony F. Earley, Jr. as Chair of the Compensation, Talent and Culture Committee following his retirement from the Board at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
![]() Kimberly A. Casiano Age: 64
Independent
Director Since: 2003
Committees:
Experience: Ms. Casiano has been the President of Kimberly Casiano & Associates since 2010. Her firm provides advisory services in marketing, recruiting, communications, advocacy, and diversity. From 1994 through 2009, Ms. Casiano served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Casiano Communications, Inc., a U.S. Hispanic media and direct marketing company. She joined the company in 1987 and held various management positions. Prior to that, Ms. Casiano was a consultant in the Caribbean and Latin America for the U.S. Agency for International Development (A.I.D.) of the U.S. Department of State, focusing on economic development, trade, and investment promotion programs. Ms. Casiano is a member of the founding Board of Directors of the Latino Corporate Directors Association, the global Alumni Board of Harvard Business School, and the Board of Advisors of Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. Reasons for Nomination: Ms. Casiano has extensive domestic and international experience in marketing, sales, media, advertising, CRM, and direct marketing, particularly in U.S. Hispanic and Latin American markets. Ford benefits from Ms. Casiano’s global business and executive experience cultivated through years spent managing her own company. Ms. Casiano consistently provides Ford with valuable insight for our “where to play and how to win” analyses, enterprise risk management systems, and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) strategy. Current Public Company Directorships: Mutual of America Public Company Directorships Within the Past Five Years: Mead Johnson Nutrition Company ![]() Alexandra Ford English Age: 34
Director Since: 2021
Experience: Alexandra Ford English is Director of Global Brand Merchandising at Ford Motor Company, responsible for driving a growth strategy that leverages Ford’s storied brand, iconic vehicles, and motor sports success to create an expanded collection of lifestyle merchandise. Previously, Ms. English was Director of Corporate Strategy, responsible for the Company’s enterprise strategy, capital allocation strategic process, and connectivity, tech stack, and software strategies. Before joining the strategy team, Ms. English was the Director of Markets and Operations for Ford’s AV LLC, which is charged with developing and bringing to market driverless transportation services. Ms. English joined Ford’s autonomous vehicle team in 2017 and then became a founding member of the AV LLC when it was formed in July 2018. Ms. English brought her expertise in operating businesses to the autonomous vehicle team and was responsible for the successful deployment and operations of Ford’s autonomous vehicle business in Miami, Austin, and Washington, D.C. Previously, Ms. English was part of Ford Smart Mobility’s City Solutions team, responsible for working with cities to understand how mobility services could be successfully developed and deployed. Prior to joining Ford Motor Company, Ms. English ran merchandising divisions at Tory Burch in New York City and at Gap, Inc. in San Francisco. Ms. English previously served on the board of Rivian. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Reasons for Nomination: Ms. English’s merchandising and retailing experience enables her to provide valuable insights into successful brand management and building trusted relationships with our customers. Ms. English’s experience and leadership in corporate strategy also provide an important perspective to the Board during this period of transformation in the industry. Also, Ms. English’s knowledge of autonomous vehicle operations will allow her to offer valuable advice as the Company expands its mobility business. Additionally, Ford family members have a special interest in the continuing success of the Company and have always played an important role in the business. Ms. English’s participation on the Board ensures that tradition of family stewardship continues. ![]() Experience: Mr. Farley was elected President and
Chief Executive Officer of Ford Motor Company
effective October 1, 2020, and in March 2022 took on
the additional role of President, Ford Model e.
Mr. Farley previously served as Chief Operating
Officer, overseeing all of Ford’s global markets and
automotive operations including Product Development,
Purchasing, Enterprise Product Line Management,
Manufacturing & Labor Affairs, Marketing, Sales &
Service, and Quality & New Model Launch. He also
oversaw Mobility Partnerships and Ford Autonomous
Vehicles LLC. Reasons for Nomination: As CEO, Mr. Farley is focused on delivering value for customers by executing the Ford+ plan for growth, offering world-class electric and connected vehicles and strengthening customer relationships. Ford benefits from his broad experience across the business and deep knowledge of the auto industry. His successes in other areas of the business exhibit his ability to lead the Company and refocus on key growth areas like autonomous and electric technologies, as well as commercial vehicles. Current Public Company Directorships: Harley-Davidson, Inc. ![]() Henry Ford III Age: 41
Director Since: 2021
Experience: Mr. Ford previously served as a Director of Investor Relations at Ford, responsible for developing and executing a global investor relations strategy. Prior to his Investor Relations role, Mr. Ford served as Associate Director of Ford’s Corporate Strategy skill team where he focused on the development of strategic framework deliverables and vehicle portfolio strategies. Prior to that, Mr. Ford was the Global Marketing Manager for Ford Performance where he launched the marketing and sales strategy for the Ford GT. Since joining the Company in 2006, Mr. Ford has held positions of increasing responsibility in labor relations, purchasing, marketing and sales, and corporate strategy. Mr. Ford serves on the advisory boards of Henry Ford College, Bridging Communities, Operation Hope, and Southwest Solutions. He serves on the Board of Trustees of The Henry Ford, Ford Foundation, Neighborhood Villages, and Ford Piquette Avenue Plant. Mr. Ford earned a bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Sloan School of Management. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Ford’s cross functional experience in labor relations, purchasing, marketing and sales, corporate strategy, and investor relations spanning his 15-year career with Ford provides him with a unique perspective and understanding of Company operations and customer viewpoints. The Board also benefits from Mr. Ford’s prior leadership experience on the Ford Investor Relations skill team as the Company continues its focus on value creation. Additionally, Ford family members have a special interest in the continuing success of the Company and have always played an important role in the business. Mr. Ford’s participation on the Board ensures that tradition of family stewardship continues. ![]() William Clay Ford, Jr. Age: 64
Director Since: 1988
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Ford has held a number of management positions within Ford, including Vice President — Commercial Truck Vehicle Center. Mr. Ford was Chair of the Finance Committee from 1995 until October 2001 and was elected Chair of the Board of Directors in January 1999. He served as Chief Executive Officer of the Company from October 2001 until September 2006 when he became Executive Chair. Mr. Ford is also Vice Chairman of the Detroit Lions, Inc., former Chairman of the Detroit Economic Club, and trustee of the Henry Ford Museum. He also is a member of the board of Business Leaders for Michigan. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Ford has served in a variety of key roles at Ford and understands the Company and its various stakeholders. His long-term perspective and lifelong commitment to the Company adds significant value to the Company’s stakeholder relationships. Mr. Ford, an early and influential advocate for sustainability at the Company, has long been recognized as a leader in advancing mobility, connectivity, and electrification in the automobile industry, which adds significant value to Board deliberations. ![]() William W. Helman IV Age: 63
Independent
Director Since: 2011
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Helman is a General Partner at Greylock Partners, a venture capital investment firm focused on early stage investments in technology, enterprise software, and consumer internet. He joined Greylock in 1984 and served as Managing Partner from 1999 to 2013. Mr. Helman is on the Board of Trustees of Vornado Realty Trust. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Helman’s experience with technology investments and social media marketing provides a unique and valued perspective as these issues are becoming increasingly important as the auto industry adopts new technologies, develops innovative solutions to personal mobility challenges, and adapts to new social media techniques. Mr. Helman’s expertise in investing in new innovations offers the Board valuable insight as Ford continues to invest in connectivity and mobility technologies in order to deliver innovative products our customers want and value. Current Public Company Directorships: Vornado Realty Trust ![]() Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. Age: 62
Director Since: 2020
(also
served 2012-2017)
Committees:
Experience: Governor Huntsman currently serves as Ford’s Vice Chair, Policy, advising the Company’s President and CEO and Executive Chair on strategic policy choices during a period of profound industry change. Governor Huntsman served as the U.S. Ambassador to Russia from 2017 through 2019. He served as the Chairman of the Atlantic Council of the United States from 2014 until 2017 and Chairman of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation from 2012 until 2017. He has previously served as U.S. Ambassador to China and as Deputy U.S. Trade Representative. Governor Huntsman was twice elected Governor of Utah and served from 2005 to 2009. He began his public service career as a White House staff assistant to President Ronald Reagan and has since served appointments as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Asia and U.S. Ambassador to Singapore. Governor Huntsman serves on the defense department’s policy advisory board, on the Nuclear Threat Initiative’s board of directors, as a trustee of the national committee on U.S.-China relations, and on the board of the Huntsman Foundation. Reasons for Nomination: Governor Huntsman’s extensive global policy experience brings a well-informed and international perspective to Board deliberations. Governor Huntsman’s expertise is valuable as the Company plans to significantly increase its presence in Asia. In addition, Governor Huntsman’s extensive experience in government service provides the Board with important insight on government relations at the state, federal, and international levels. Current Public Company Directorships: Chevron Corporation Public Company Directorships Within the Past Five Years: Caterpillar, Inc., Hilton Worldwide Inc. ![]() William E. Kennard Age: 65
Independent
Director Since: 2015
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Kennard is a co-founding partner of Astra Capital Management, a private equity firm. Mr. Kennard served as chairman of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from 1997 to 2001 and served as the FCC’s general counsel from 1993 to 1997. As U.S. Ambassador to the European Union from 2009 to 2013, he worked to eliminate regulatory barriers to commerce and to promote transatlantic trade, investment, and job creation. In addition to his public service, Mr. Kennard was a managing director of The Carlyle Group from 2001 to 2009 where he led investments in the telecommunications and media sectors. He also serves as a trustee of Yale University. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Kennard has extensive experience in the public policy, law, telecommunications, and private equity fields. In particular, he has shaped policy and pioneered initiatives to help technology benefit consumers worldwide. Mr. Kennard is regarded as a champion for consumers in the digital age, and we believe his expertise, unique perspective, risk management skills, and first-hand knowledge of the technological regulatory landscape help guide our strategy as we accelerate our innovative work in the areas of in-car connectivity and mobility solutions in a smart world. Current Public Company Directorships: AT&T Inc. and MetLife, Inc. Public Company Directorships Within the Past Five Years: Duke Energy Corporation ![]() John C. May Age: 53
Independent
Director Since: 2021
Committees:
Experience: John C. May has been Chief Executive Officer of Deere & Company (“Deere”) since November 2019 and Chairman of Deere’s Board of Directors since May 2020. Mr. May is responsible for leading efforts to maximize financial and operational performance and ensure that Deere’s global customer base is provided with advanced products and services. Mr. May joined Deere in 1997 as Director, Business Planning and Development after five years as a management consultant at KPMG Peat Marwick. Prior to being appointed Chief Executive Officer of Deere in 2019, Mr. May served as an officer of Deere as Vice President, Agriculture & Turf Global Platform, Turf & Utility (2009-2012), President, Agricultural Solutions & Chief Information Officer (2012-2018), President, Worldwide Agriculture & Turf Division, Global Harvesting and Turf Platforms, Ag Solutions (Americas and Australia (2018-2019)). Earlier roles included Managing Director of Deere’s China operations during a period of significant growth (2004-2007) and Director, Vehicles Marketing (2003- 2004). Reasons for Nomination: Mr. May’s leadership experience revolutionizing the agriculture and construction industries through the rapid introduction of connectivity and advanced technology is invaluable to the Board during this transformational time in the Company and the industry. Mr. May’s breadth of management experience and expertise in the areas of global operations, information technology, and manufacturing provide Ford with valuable insight into these key areas. Current Public Company Directorships: Deere & Company ![]() Beth E. Mooney Age: 67
Independent
Director Since: 2019
Committees:
Experience: Ms. Mooney served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of KeyCorp from May 2011 until May 2020. She joined the company in April 2006 as Vice Chair of Key Community Bank, and in 2010 was elected to KeyCorp’s board of directors. Previously, Ms. Mooney was Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Alabama-based AmSouth Bancorporation (now Regions Financial Corp.) and held senior positions at Bank One Corp., Citicorp Real Estate, Inc., Hall Financial Group, and Republic Bank of Texas/First Republic. Ms. Mooney is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Brookings Institute and The Conference Board, and a member of the Business Council. In addition, Ms. Mooney is the Chair of the Board of Directors of The Cleveland Clinic and a Trustee of the Board of the Musical Arts Association (The Cleveland Orchestra). She is Past Chair of the Greater Cleveland Partnership, one of the largest Chambers of Commerce in the nation. Reasons for Nomination: Ms. Mooney has a wealth of experience and deep understanding of the financial industry. Her extensive banking and business experience bring a unique perspective that will enhance the Board during this transformational time in the Company and the industry. Additionally, Ms. Mooney’s extensive experience in risk management and executive matters will provide Ford with valuable insight into these key areas. Current Public Company Directorships: Accenture plc and AT&T Inc. Public Company Directorships Within the Past Five Years: KeyCorp ![]() Lynn Vojvodich Radakovich Age: 54
Independent
Director Since: 2017
Committees:
Experience: Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich is an advisor to start-up and growth-stage technology companies. Previously, Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich was Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of salesforce.com, Inc. (“Salesforce”) from September 2013 until February 2017. In this role, she led Salesforce’s branding and positioning, public relations, digital marketing, content marketing, marketing campaigns, and strategic events. Before joining Salesforce, Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich held marketing leadership roles at Microsoft and BEA Systems, and served as a partner with venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. She was the founder of Take3, a marketing strategy firm, and is a member of the Board of Figma, a collaborative design platform that helps teams around the world create software. Reasons for Nomination: Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich has a wealth of expertise in marketing technology and innovation, market analysis, and the software industry. As Ford continues to transform itself into the world’s most trusted company, Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich provides valuable guidance regarding how the Company should market and position itself in its automotive and mobility businesses, including the use of digital strategies. Ms. Vojvodich Radakovich’s experience advising start-up and growth-stage technology businesses lends itself to the Company as it continues culture-shaping initiatives to attract talent and deliver a broader suite of mobility products and services. Current Public Company Directorships: Booking Holdings Inc. and Dell Technologies ![]() John L. Thornton Age: 68
Independent
Director Since: 1996
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Thornton has served as Executive Chairman of Barrick Gold Corporation since April 2014. He also serves as Non-Executive Chairman of PineBridge Investments, a global asset manager. Mr. Thornton serves on the Board of SparkCognition, a leading industrial artificial intelligence company. He is a Professor, Director of the Global Leadership Program, and a Member of the Advisory Board of the Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management in Beijing. He is also Chairman Emeritus of the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. Mr. Thornton retired as President and Director of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. in 2003. Mr. Thornton also previously served as Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asia and as Co-Chief Executive of Goldman Sachs International, overseeing the firm’s business in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Mr. Thornton is Co-Chair of the Asia Society, and is also a trustee, advisory board member, or member of, the China Investment Corporation (CIC), King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, McKinsey Advisory Council, Schwarzman Scholars, and the African Leadership Academy. He is also Vice Chairman of the Morehouse College Board of Trustees. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Thornton has extensive international business and financial experience. Mr. Thornton brings valuable insight into emerging markets gained through his oversight of the presence of Goldman Sachs International on multiple continents. Mr. Thornton’s extensive experience in finance and business matters, both domestically and internationally, is critical to achieving our fitness goals of financing our long-term strategic plan, improving our balance sheet, and creating profitable growth. Mr. Thornton’s unique knowledge brings to the Board valuable insight in international business, especially in China, which has become one of the world’s most important automotive growth markets. Current Public Company Directorships: Barrick Gold Corporation and AltC Acquisition Corp. ![]() John B. Veihmeyer Age: 66
Independent
Director Since: 2017
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Veihmeyer served as Chairman of KPMG International from 2014 until his retirement after 40 years with KPMG in September 2017. Before becoming global chairman, Mr. Veihmeyer held numerous leadership roles at KPMG, including U.S. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer from 2010 to 2015, U.S. Deputy Chairman, managing partner of KPMG’s Washington, D.C. operations, and global head of Risk Management and Regulatory. Mr. Veihmeyer currently serves as a member of the executive committee of the Board of Trustees of the University of Notre Dame and as a director of the Ladies Professional Golf Association and Catholic Charities of Washington, D.C. Mr. Veihmeyer previously served as a Trustee of the Financial Accounting Foundation, which oversees the Financial Accounting Standards Board. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Veihmeyer has extensive experience in the accounting profession, both in the United States and internationally, as well as executive leadership experience as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of KPMG. His experience leading KPMG, which has member firms in over 150 countries, has provided Mr. Veihmeyer with significant exposure to business operations in every region of the world. Mr. Veihmeyer also previously served on the board of Catalyst, Inc. and has been recognized for his leadership in diversity and inclusion. Mr. Veihmeyer’s financial expertise, executive leadership experience, risk management skills, and international exposure bring value to the Company’s Board at an unprecedented time of disruption in the automotive industry and in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Current Public Company Directorships: Zanite Acquisition Corp. ![]() John S. Weinberg Age: 65
Independent
Director Since: 2016
Committees:
Experience: Mr. Weinberg is Evercore Inc.’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, a position he has held since February 2022. Mr. Weinberg had been serving as Evercore, Inc.’s Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors since July 2020. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Executive Chairman of Evercore Inc. beginning in November 2016. Previously, Mr. Weinberg served as Vice Chairman of the Goldman Sachs Group from June 2006 until October 2015. His career at Goldman Sachs spanned more than three decades, with the majority of his time spent in the investment banking division. Mr. Weinberg currently serves as a board member of New York-Presbyterian Hospital, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Middlebury College. Reasons for Nomination: Mr. Weinberg has extensive experience in finance, banking, and capital markets, as well as a deep understanding of Ford, its history, and the needs of its business. During his time with Goldman Sachs, Mr. Weinberg served as a trusted advisor to Ford and other individual clients. As Ford transforms itself into the world’s most trusted company, making smart vehicles for a smart world, Mr. Weinberg’s financial and risk management expertise will aid the Company in addressing its cost structure, allocating capital, and financing its business plan. Current Public Company Directorships: Evercore Inc. Audit Committee
Members
Meetings in 2021: 11
Member Qualifications
Report The Audit Committee Report is on
page 40THIS COMMITTEE
Compensation, Talent and Culture Committee
Members
Meetings in 2021: 10
Member Qualifications
Report The Compensation Committee Report is on
page 71THIS COMMITTEE
*Lynn Vojvodich Radakovich will replace Anthony F. Earley, Jr. as Chair of the Compensation, Talent and Culture Committee following his retirement from the Board at the 2022 Annual Meeting. Anthony F. Earley, Jr., having reached our mandatory retirement age of 72, will not stand for re-election at the 2022 Annual Meeting. THIS COMMITTEE
Nominating and Governance Committee
Members
William E. Kennard
Chair Meetings in 2021: 6
Member Qualifications
THIS COMMITTEE
*Anthony F. Earley, Jr., having reached our mandatory retirement age of 72, will not stand for re-election at the 2022 Annual Meeting. Sustainability, Innovation and Policy Committee
Members
William W. Helman IV
Chair Meetings in 2021: 4
THIS COMMITTEE
*Anthony F. Earley, Jr., having reached our mandatory retirement age of 72, will not stand for re-election at the 2022 Annual Meeting. Manufacturing Relevance to Ford:
Relevant experience in the manufacturing industry provides valuable insight into our global
manufacturing operations.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Current or Former CEO Relevance to Ford:
The significant leadership experience that comes from a CEO role can provide insight on business
operations, driving growth and shareholder value, and strengthening corporate culture.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Marketing Relevance to Ford:
Effective marketing and communications are critical to building customer loyalty, deepening
customer engagement, and expanding market share.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
International Relevance to Ford:
With operations in several countries, international experience helps us better understand
opportunities and challenges across global markets.
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Government Relevance to Ford:
Experience in government and public policy is critical to our business, which operates in a highly
regulated industry.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Finance Relevance to Ford:
Our business involves complex financial transactions and reporting requirements.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Technology Relevance to Ford:
Advanced technologies will be critical to delivering superior products and services to our customers.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Risk Management Relevance to Ford:
The Board plays an important role in risk oversight.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
Sustainability Relevance to Ford:
Experience with environmental/climate change, talent and culture, and social responsibility initiatives
enables us to address key shareholder concerns regarding sustainability and corporate
responsibility.
Nominees with this skill/qualification:
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